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Plains Anthropology Society Native American Student Award

Plains Anthropology Society Native American Student Award

Applicable For:

Graduate Students Or Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$1,000

Application Deadline:

30/09/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Plains Anthropological Society Native American Student Award is a scholarship program offered by the Plains Anthropological Society (PAS). The scholarship is intended to support Native American students who are pursuing a degree in anthropology or a related field. The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States or Canada. Applicants must be Native American and must demonstrate a commitment to their education and a passion for anthropology and the study of Plains cultures.

The scholarship award is typically $1,500 and can be used to cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. In addition, scholarship recipients are invited to attend the annual PAS conference and present their research.

Eligibility Criteria For Plains Anthropology Society Native American Student Award

The Plains Anthropological Society Native American Student Award is a scholarship program that supports Native American students who are pursuing a degree in anthropology or a related field. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship are as follows:

  • Enrollment: Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in anthropology or a related field at an accredited college or university.
  • Native American Heritage: Applicants must be enrolled members of a federally recognized Native American tribe or Alaska Native corporation or have at least one grandparent or parent who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe or Alaska Native corporation.
  • Academic Performance: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Career Goals: Applicants must have a clear interest in pursuing a career in anthropology or a related field.
  • Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
  • Other Requirements: Applicants may be required to provide additional information, such as a resume or a personal statement, depending on the specific scholarship for which they are applying.

The application process for the Plains Anthropological Society Native American Student Award typically opens in the fall, and the deadline to apply is usually in the winter. 

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